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Burst vs Philips Sonicare
Burst comes out ahead overall.
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Best Burst
Burst Water FlosserLong-lasting, gentle cordless flosser with a tank that empties fastSuits you if
- You want a cordless flosser that goes a long time between charges
- You travel often and want something compact with easy charging
- You like having a few pressure settings to choose from
Best Philips Sonicare
Philips Sonicare Power Flosser 3000Quiet, gentle water flosser that cleans well, but durability is a concernSuits you if
- You share a bathroom or flossing noise bothers you
- Your gums are sensitive or your teeth have shifted
- You want a slim, modern-looking flosser that fits a small counter
Which brand wins?
Burst is the stronger brand for water flossers right now. The best single model of the two is the Burst Water Flosser, which suits you if you want a cordless flosser that goes a long time between charges.
We researched 10 expert reviews, analyzed 16,767 owner ratings and comments across 11 sources for every Burst and Philips Sonicare model we cover, and cross-checked them into one verdict, so you don't have to.
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Brand scoreboardAverage score 76 vs 63 · reliability 90 vs 46
| Burst | Philips Sonicare | |
|---|---|---|
| Product Review score | 76 | 63 |
| Experts | 66 | 67 |
| Owners | 78 | 67 |
| Reliability | 90 | 46 |
| Models scored | 1 | 2 |
| Most reliable model | Burst Water Flosser | Philips Sonicare Cordless Power Flosser 3000 |
Averages across scored models. ● marks the better number on each row.
Questions people actually ask
Which is better, Burst or Philips Sonicare?
Burst, on balance. Its models do better overall.
Based on: Average Product Review score 76 for Burst vs 63 for Philips Sonicare.Which brand is more reliable, Burst or Philips Sonicare?
Burst. Its models are less likely to give you trouble.
Based on: Average reliability 90 vs 46.What is the best Burst water flosser?
The Burst Water Flosser. It suits you if you want a cordless flosser that goes a long time between charges.
Based on: Highest Product Review score among Burst models (76).What is the best Philips Sonicare water flosser?
The Philips Sonicare Power Flosser 3000. It suits you if you share a bathroom or flossing noise bothers you.
Based on: Highest Product Review score among Philips Sonicare models (64).